Welcome to "Linux Basics for SysAdmin," your source for learning the basics of Linux system administration. Whether you are an IT professional looking to better your skill set, a student looking to know more about Linux or something in between, this book will help you become competent in managing Linux systems. Everything starts with the basics: navigation in the file system, the most essential commands, and the management of files and directories. You will also learn package management and how to approach system startup and shutdown effectively.
Finally, as you become more advanced, "Linux Basics for SysAdmin" moves onto very sophisticated subjects: configuring the system files, managing services with 'system,' task scheduling using crontab, 'at,' and 'batch' for automation of recurring tasks. You would further gain knowledge about monitoring system performance, managing log files, backups and restores, disk partitioning, and remote management with SSH. In essence, you shall learn how to do things to have practical skills that are core to everyday system administration activities.
Towards the end of the book, "Linux Basics for SysAdmin," we go through user and group management, setting up file permissions with Access Control Lists (ACLs), configuring 'sudo' for administrative tasks, and implementing robust password policies. You will also learn about package management using 'apt' and 'yum,' how to create and manage repositories, and how to set up Virtual Machines using VirtualBox. By the end, you would be substantially educated in Linux System Administration and confident in dealing with any kind of administrative activity.
Linux Basics for SysAdmin Table of Contents:
- Master Linux Commands: Learn essential commands to navigate and manage the system's file structure easily.
- Manage System Services with 'systemd': Configure and control system services for smoother administration.
- Set Up Virtual Machines with VirtualBox: Create isolated, reproducible development environments using VirtualBox.
- Use Access Control Lists (ACLs): Fine-tune file permissions beyond the standard Unix model for better security.
- Automate Tasks: Schedule and automate tasks with 'cron,' 'at,' and 'batch' to boost system efficiency and reliability.
Who is this course for?
- Students: Individuals keen to learn the fundamentals of Linux.
- IT Professionals: Experienced individuals who wish to further their skills in the administration of Linux systems.
- Developers: Programmers who want to understand the Linux environment for development purposes.
- System Administrators: Existing sysadmins who want to increase their efficiency and knowledge.
- Career Changers: Professionals from other domains who want to change their domain to IT and are eager to learn about Linux.
